Nature WOW! I cannot believe you people! You are super! I have had a lot of e-mails....most of you have come up with alternatives for the surgery, and offers of help with herbs and money, as well as vet services! While I can't travel to other vets, the implants and herbs sound like good alternatives, and are definitely things I can try. I called my vet today, but she wasn't there, so will have to wait till Monday to find out about the implants, and Kim has offered to let me have the herbs to try, which I am going to do....(I always prefer natural healing for me, so why not him?) You have all been great, and I appreciate the help and support....please keep writing, I appreciate it all. And I will keep you up dated on Kismet, and me, and what we do. I love you all!!! :-) Deb [Posted in FML issue 5340]